Wine companies and Vineyard in Spain
by: Tommy
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Spanish wines are some of the best in the world and are remarkably affordable here. Spain is the third largest producer of wine in the world, the largest being Italy and France. Historically, Spain has been known from the production of fortified wines and the best known Spanish wine is considered by some to be the fortified wine Sherry, which is produced in the region surrounding Jerez de la Frontera. Other wine regions well known outside of Spain include: Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Priorato, Cava and Penedes. Jerez de la Frontera town of 200,000 is surrounded by a sea of vineyards, which thrive in the hot, chalky soil. Ninety-five percent of the region is planted with the hardy and flavorful Palomino Fino to produce sherry, one of the most beloved products of Spain. Gonzalez Byass, Jerez de la Frontera: Flourishing since 1835, this bodega has gained enormous recognition from one of the most famous brand names and the world's best-selling sherry, Tio Pepe. Pedro Domecq, Jerez de la Frontera: The oldest of all the large sherry houses was established in 1730. Its bodega contains casks whose contents were once destined for such sherry lovers as William Pitt, Lord Nelson, and the duke of Wellington. Herederos de Marques de Riscal, Elciego: This vineyard was founded around 1850 by a local entrepreneur who learned wine-growing techniques in France. The modern-day enterprise still bases most of its income on the 199 hectares (492 acres) acquired by the organization's founding father. Bodegas Riojanas, Cenicero: Set on the main street of the wine-growing hamlet of Cenicero, this century-old bodega expanded massively in the 1980’s. Bodegas Muga, Haro: This bodega adheres more to 19th-century old-world craftsmanship than any of its competitors. The winery contains an assortment of old-fashioned casks made from American or French oak. La Rioja Alta, Haro: Another bodega in the wine-growing community of Haro, La Rioja Alta is set near the railway station. It was graced in 1984 by a visit from Spain's royal family. About 85% of the production at this small but quality outfit is bottled as reservas (aged at least 3 years) and gran reservas (aged at least 5 years). Bodega Morgadio, Albeos-Crecente: This vineyard, near Pontevedra, launched the Denominacion de Origen Rias Baixas in 1984. Four friends to whom locals referred as "madmen" bought 28 hectares (70 acres) of land that, with the Albarino grape, they transformed into one of the most respected and award-winning vineyards in the district.
Alvaro Domecq produces a range of sherries, as well as table wines and a brandy. Bodega Pirineos a large producer in the northern Somontano wine growing area. Bodegas Arabarte- Produces red, white, and rose wines in the Rioja Alavesa region. Bodegas Corral - Produces a range of Rioja wines, including the Don Jacobo label. Bodegas Solaguen - Cooperative in Labastida in Rioja, producing under its own name and the Montabuena brand. Bodegas Torroja - Produces a wide range of reds and whites in the Utiel Requena region. Carcar Cooperativa Vinicola - Produces red, rose, and white wines in the Navarro D.O. Montau de Sadurni - The Can Sadurni estate is located in Begues in the Penedes region, and produces Cava, red, white, and rose wines. Vega de Ribes- Produces reds and whites in Sant Pere de Ribes in the Penedes region, farms organically, and raises sheep and goats. Vins El Cep, S.A - Makes the Marques de Gelida and L'Alzinar brands of still wines and Cava.
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